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Advanced Preparation Program

What is APP?

The Advanced Preparation Program (APP) provides a model of a new approach to student success that builds on existing institutional strengths.  It is an innovative collaboration with the College of Arts and Sciences, Center for Academic Development, and The Office of Admissions. UMKC admits individuals from urban communities, who possess the academic potential to achieve at UMKC but who could benefit from advanced preparation during their freshman year.

Our Mission

One goal of the Advanced Preparation Program, at the College of Arts and Sciences, is to enhance access to UMKC for the urban neighborhood which is the university’s home.  Therefore, UMKC admits into APP a select profile of our local college-bound students who possess the academic potential to achieve at UMKC but who could benefit from advanced preparation during their freshman year. 

Our mission is to provide program participants with trial admission to UMKC, accompanied by support services that enhance their opportunities to go beyond surviving to thriving at UMKC.

Program Benefits:

Ø     Opportunities for self-discovery, individual growth, and life-long learning skills

Ø     A gateway into the Pre-Health Program and the Pre-Law Program

Ø     Assistance in identifying possible majors and career options

Ø     A supportive learning community

Ø     Student support services designed to enhance the  academic success of our program participants

Examples of specific APP Student Support Services include:

Ø     Personalized academic advising and mentoring

Ø     Enrollment in the Freshman Year Experience Seminar that that has been linked to UMKC student success

Ø     SI and VSI instruction for challenging courses

Ø     Scholarship and Financial Aid information

Ø     Access to valuable UMKC resources such as the Math Resource Center and the Writing Lab.

If you have any questions, please contact our staff at: 

Individuals with speech or hearing impairments may use Relay Missouri, 1-800-735-2966 (TT) or
1-800-735-2466 (Voice).